Louis Latour : Nuits-Saint-Georges Village 2017

Characteristics and tasting advice for Nuits-Saint-Georges 2017 from Louis Latour

Tasting

Nose
Expressive bouquet interweaving black cherry, blackcurrant, and violet, lifted by hints of truffle and spice.

Palate
On the palate, the richness of the fruit is supported by a peppery framework and subtle, seamlessly integrated oak. The substance is concentrated, the texture enveloping, and the finish unfolds with admirable length.

Food and wine pairings

This Nuits-Saint-Georges pairs beautifully with red meats, a leg of lamb, or aged cheeses.

Serving and cellaring

This Nuits-Saint-Georges 2022 is best enjoyed at a temperature between 57 and 61°F.

A silky red wine from the Côte de Nuits with beautiful finesse

The estate

Established in 1797 by Jean Latour in the wine capital of Beaune, the Louis Latour estate continues its family legacy under the guidance of the eleventh generation. Spanning fifty hectares between the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune, it holds the largest collection of Grands Crus in the Côte d'Or, notably in Corton and Aloxe-Corton. A pioneer in viticultural innovation since the nineteenth century, Louis Latour blends ancestral know-how with modernity in its historic Beaune cellars, preserving its independence and exceptional heritage.

The vineyard

The vines for this Nuits-Saint-Georges thrive on clay-limestone soils typical of this southern commune of the Côte de Nuits. Averaging thirty years of age, they are hand-harvested and produce a controlled yield of forty hectoliters per hectare, ensuring concentration and a strong expression of terroir.

Winemaking and aging

Traditional vinification takes place in open vats with complete malolactic fermentation. Aging lasts ten to twelve months in French oak barrels from the Louis Latour cooperage, twenty percent of which are medium-toast new oak, imparting structure and complexity to this Burgundy wine.

Grape variety

Pinot Noir (100%).